Tiger Conservation -
Tigers Critically Endangered

Humans are solely responsible for the decline of this magnificent animal. It has taken millions of years
for tigers to evolve into the beautiful, awe-inspiring predator we have today. Once roaming over nearly
one fifth of earth's land, the tiger has been pushed into small isolated islands of habitat, often surrounded by a sea of humanity. It is presently a very real possibility that the tiger will become extinct in our lifetime. Tiger conservation is therefore now more critical than ever.

The wild tiger population is at an all-time low. "How many tigers are left in the wild?" is a common question asked, and to give an honest answer – nobody really knows!

Due to their elusive nature, accurately counting tigers is very difficult.

What we do know is that the tiger is on the brink of extinction. In the last sixty years we have lost three
sub-species of tiger. The Balinese, Caspian and Javanese tigers are gone forever. It is estimated that
just 100 years ago there were over 100,000 tigers in the vast forests of Asia; today it is possible that fewer than 5,000 remain. Humans are the only race capable of wiping out an entire species, making us solely responsible for the tiger's demise. We are also their only hope. The future survival of the tiger is in the hands of mankind.

The four main contributing factors to the decline in tiger populations are habitat destruction, poaching
and prey depletion, human/animal conflict and lack of political will power.

To find out how you can contribute to this conservation project anfd help save these beautiful animals from extinction click here

Say NO to Wildlife Products

“We in the so-called modern world must set the examples. This current example we've set -
that eating, killing and wearing wildlife products is legal and 'sustainable' is obviously the
greatest disaster for today's wildlife. If we don't eliminate ‘Sustainable Use’ now it will be too late.” Steve Irwin.

Australia Zoo proudly fights against wildlife consumption and trade, and urges everyone to refuse to purchase or eat any wildlife products, including crocodile, kangaroo and emu.

Australia Zoo has numerous signs located around our zoo promoting the non-consumptive use of native Australian wildlife.We actively educate our domestic and international visitors that by purchasing wildlife products they are indirectly supporting the illegal trade in wildlife, which is the major cause of animals being classified endangered or critically endangered.

Viewing and interacting with kangaroos and associated wildlife is a world-class tourism experience, which greatly enhances the outback tourism adventure for overseas visitors.Australia Zoo praises businesses and
organisations that join the fight against the consumption and purchase of wildlife
and wildlife products.

Australia Zoo representatives do not attend or support functions when we are aware that wildlife will
be served for consumption. At Australia Zoo over 600 staff dedicate their working days to educating
our domestic and international visitors that by purchasing wildlife products they are supporting the
illegal trade in wildlife which is the major cause of animals being classified endangered or critically endangered.

Many countries find it incredibly disrespectful and offensive that businesses serve up Australia’s Coat
of Arms for consumption. These animals are uniquely Australian and represent our most obvious and
well known form of wildlife. Kangaroo is bush meat and as such, is about as appealing as eating Giraffe
in Africa. Crocodiles are farmed under horrific, inhumane conditions and serving up farmed wildlife only enables the illegal trade in wildlife to continue.

Studies have shown that viewing and interacting with kangaroos and associated wildlife is a world-
class tourism experience, greatly enhancing the outback tourism adventure for overseas visitors. It is important to discourage the consumption of native wildlife. To do nothing is as good as support, and support will only lead to increased demand. Demand which wildlife populations have not been proven
to be able to support.

The public should be encouraged to admire, appreciate and respect our unique wildlife.
The consumption of native wildlife is a very slippery slope. It does not encourage attitudes in the
consumer that motivate conservation action. And it is the shared attitudes of the public that that will
shape our planet’s future.

Written by the late Steve Irwin - Australia Zoo

Holistic Harmony proudly supports Australia Zoo for all the awesome work they do for creating
awareness and for looking after the beautiful animals on our planet.

A big thank you goes out to the Irwin family, our hearts are with you and your team.

Jacqui Travis - Holistic Harmony